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Next-generation dental biomaterials, including nanocomposites and bioactive glasses, offer improved mechanical stability, enhanced remineralization potential, and reduced bacterial adhesion compared to traditional restorative materials, though long-term clinical validation remains necessary. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.SYNTHESIS. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This review aims to evaluate recent advances in dental biomaterials, focusing on their biocompatibility and clinical relevance.

May 21, 2026BioengineeringOpen Access

Advanced Biomaterials for Restorative Dentistry: From Biocompatibility to Bioactive and Smart Materials

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This review aims to evaluate recent advances in dental biomaterials, focusing on their biocompatibility and clinical relevance.
Conducted a narrative literature review using databases like PubMed and Scopus.
Focused on polymer-based composites, bioactive materials, dental ceramics, and nanostructured biomaterials.
Analyzed studies on material composition, biological response, and clinical performance.
Modern dental biomaterials show improved mechanical stability and enhanced remineralization potential.
Nanocomposites and bioactive glasses exhibit reduced bacterial adhesion compared to traditional materials.
Advances in nanotechnology have led to effective antimicrobial and bioactive restorative systems.

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Narrative review analyzes advanced dental materials for improved clinical outcomes and biological integration.

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Albu et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Advanced Biomaterials for Restorative Dentistry: From Biocompatibility to Bioactive and Smart Materials

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Advanced Biomaterials for Restorative Dentistry: From Biocompatibility to Bioactive and Smart Materials

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